4. nothing comforts like cash.
in times of crisis--a debilitating illness or loss of one's home--money can come in pretty handy. but for all its benefits, it cannot fortify you against the inevitable pain and sadness that follow the crisis. for that, researchers say, you need close friendships. "human beings are hard-wired to be social
animals". "they're not built to handle things alone."
5. happiness and wealth aren't mutually exclusive.
it's possible to have both--or neither. but most believe that those who have happiness, in the long run, have more.even author oscar wilde agreed: "ordinary riches can be stolen from a man. real riches cannot. in the treasury house of your soul, there are infinitely precious things that may not
be taken from you."